GM to stop Saturn Ion production for 2 weeks
DETROIT, June 17, 2003; Michael Ellis writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. said on Thursday that it will halt production of its slow-selling Saturn Ion small car for two extra weeks to cut inventories of unsold vehicles. GM will stop building the Ion at the Spring Hill, Tennessee, plant where the car ... Continue reading
$1.1B Chrysler Losses Lead to Job Cuts - Most Throught Attrition
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. June 17, 2003; The AP reported that faced with a second quarter loss of $1.1 billion, the Chrysler Group of DaimlerChrysler AG plans to reduce its salaried work force by 2 percent this year. The cuts will come through attrition, not layoffs, spokesman David Barnas said Tuesday. He declined to specif ... Continue reading
Government-Forfeited Luxury Sports Cars to Hit Online Auction Block on Bid4Assets
U.S. Marshals Service Auction to Include a 2002 Mercedes Benz SL600 SILVER SPRING, Md., June 16 -- Bid4Assets, Inc., a leading online auction site for high-end assets from government, non-profits and private industry, today announced that it will auction six luxury automobiles forfeited to the U.S. Marshals Service. Th ... Continue reading
Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. Announces June 27, 2003 Record Date For Rights Offering
FORT WORTH, Texas, June 16 -- Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. (AMEX:HAF.EC) , announced today that the record date for its previously announced rights offering has been set for the close of business on June 27, 2003 or such later date as the registration statement relating to the rights offering is declared effective ... Continue reading
-- Stephen C. Goodall has been appointed chief executive officer of J.D. Power and Associates by J.D. (Dave) Power, III, chairman of the board. Goodall also retains the position of president, which he has held since 1996. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?97 ... Continue reading
AIADA Urges House Passage of Death Tax Repeal
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 17 -- The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) strongly supports the passage of H.R. 8, The Death Tax Permanency Act of 2003. "AIADA applauds the efforts of the House to repeal this onerous tax once and for all," said AIADA Chairman Tim Smith. "We look forward to seeing ho ... Continue reading
ANC Rental Corporation Agrees to Terms of Sale
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--June 17, 2003--ANC Rental Corporation (ANC), parent company of Alamo Rent A Car and National Car Rental, has signed an agreement to sell substantially all of its assets to a private investment group who will also assume certain liabilities. The sale, valued at $290 million, culminates ANC's effor ... Continue reading
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., June 17 -- Automotive supplier executives will testify before the International Trade Commission (ITC) on the harm caused by the Section 201 steel tariffs. The hearing is the latest step in the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association's (MEMA) efforts to obtain elimination of reduction ... Continue reading
Casey Mears, #41 Target Dodge, Dodge / Save Mart 350 Advance
Casey Mears, #41 Target Dodge, Dodge / Save Mart 350 Advance RACE INFORMATION: EVENT: Dodge / Save Mart 350 (race 16 of 36) TRACK: Infineon Raceway QUALIFYING: Friday, June 20, 3:05 p.m. PT RACE: Sunday, June 22, 1:00 p.m. PT BROADCAST: FOX television and PRN radio TARGET TEAM FACTS: -Chassis: Team Target will race cha ... Continue reading
Civic Tour 2003 with Good Charlotte and New Found Glory Ends on a High Note
VENICE, Calif.--June 17, 2003-- Nearly 400,000 Music Fans Attend the Hottest Tour of the Spring as Civic Tour Gives Away 12 Customized and Autographed Cars As the 2003 Civic Tour rolls to an end, nearly 400,000 music fans were entertained by one of this Spring's best-attended tours featuring co-headlining bands New Fou ... Continue reading
DENSO to Expand Its Battle Creek, Mich. Manufacturing Facility
May Add Up to 300 New Jobs within Next Two Years BATTLE CREEK, Mich., June 17 -- DENSO Manufacturing Michigan, Inc. today announced that it will build a $9-million expansion at its facility in Battle Creek's Ft. Custer Industrial Park. The 92,000-square-foot expansion at the north end of the plant will provide space fo ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Mac Founder Mick Fleetwood Endorses Kove Car Audio Products
CALABASAS, Calif., June 17 -- The Kove Audio Group, a leading manufacturer of high quality, car audio products, has announced the expansion of its celebrity endorsement campaign. Kove has added music superstar Mick Fleetwood of the legendary band "Fleetwood Mac" to their roster of celebrity endorsers. "The timing of th ... Continue reading
GM Racing Notes - R.Gordon/R.Childress Teleconference
GM RACING Contact: Nancy Wager NASCAR Winston Cup Teleconference GM Racing Communications June 17, 2003 nmwager@aol.com Page 1 This week's NASCAR Winston Cup Teleconference featured Robby Gordon, driver of the No. 31 Cingular Wireless Chevrolet Monte Carlo and team owner, Richard Childress. This weekend, the series mov ... Continue reading
Asset Caption: One chart is available J.D. Power and Associates 2003 Domestic Airport Rental Car Customer Satisfaction Study(SM) Asset Caption: Web-ready logo Asset Caption: Press releaseAsset Description: Word document file Asset Caption: Downloadable headline & body textAsset Description: Text file containing headlin ... Continue reading
Scott Pruett, #09 Target Dodge, Dodge / Save Mart 350 Advance
Scott Pruett, #09 Target Dodge, Dodge / Save Mart 350 Advance RACE INFORMATION: EVENT: Dodge / Save Mart 350 (race 16 of 36) TRACK: Infineon Raceway QUALIFYING: Friday, June 20, 3:05 p.m. PT RACE: Sunday, June 22, 1:00 p.m. PT BROADCAST: FOX television and PRN radio TARGET TEAM FACTS: -Chassis: Team Target will race ch ... Continue reading
Sterling Marlin, #40 Coors Light Dodge, Dodge / Save Mart 350 Advance
Sterling Marlin, #40 Coors Light Dodge, Dodge / Save Mart 350 Advance RACE INFORMATION: EVENT: Dodge / Save Mart 350 (race 16 of 36) TRACK: Infineon Raceway QUALIFYING: Friday, June 20, 3:05 p.m. PT RACE: Sunday, June 22, 1:00 p.m. PT BROADCAST: FOX television and MRN radio COORS LIGHT TEAM FACTS: -Chassis: The Coors L ... Continue reading
21st Century Insurance and Arizona DPS Form Partnership To Promote Automobile Safety
Billboard Campaign to Remind Arizona Motorists Of Dangers of Inattentive Driving WOODLAND HILLS, Calif., June 17 -- With the summer driving season now underway, 21st Century Insurance and the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) have partnered to release a series of billboards to promote safe driving. These billbo ... Continue reading
Anixter Pentacon Selected to Distribute Textron Fastening Systems Products
CHATSWORTH, Calif., June 17 -- Anixter Pentacon Inc., a leading distributor and provider of related inventory management services for wire, cable, fasteners and other small parts, today announced it has been selected to be an authorized distributor for Textron Fastening Systems. Rob Ruck, CEO of Anixter Pentacon Inc., ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif.--June 17, 2003--Caliber Collision Centers, an Irvine-based operator of high-quality collision repair facilities in California and Texas, announced the promotion of John Walcher to Vice President of Corporate Development and Governmental Affairs. Since Walcher joined Caliber in March of 2000, the company ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich.--June 17, 2003-- Lean Manufacturing Supported by CHEP System Reduces Handling Cost Positive Environmental Impact Reported TRW Automotive, the global leader in automotive safety systems, and CHEP, the global leader in pallet and plastic container pooling services, today announced the next step in the transit ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group's Response to The Harbour Report 2003 Results
WHAT: Media roundtable discussion with Chrysler Group Executive WHO: Tom LaSorda, Executive Vice President of Manufacturing, Chrysler Group WHEN: Wednesday, June 18, 20032:00 p.m. EDT WHERE: Detroit Athletic ClubRoom One and Two241 Madison StreetDetroit, MI 48226 DETAILS/OTHER: The media discussion will take place foll ... Continue reading
Fitch Downgrades Certain MMCA Auto Loan Securitizations
NEW YORK--June 17, 2003--Fitch Ratings downgrades all classes of MMCA Auto Owner Trust Series 2001-3, 2001-4, 2002-1 and 2002-2 transactions and removes them from Rating Watch Negative. In addition, Fitch Ratings places all classes of MMCA Auto Owner Trust 2002-3 on Rating Watch Negative (see full list below). These ac ... Continue reading
FleetPride Announces Completion of Major Financial Recapitalization
THE WOODLANDS, Texas, June 17 -- Gordon A. Ulsh, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of FleetPride, Inc., announced today the completion of a major financial recapitalization. The recapitalization consists of an infusion of new capital, a conversion of debt to equity from its financial sponsors and a four-y ... Continue reading
Hertz Recognized by J.D. Power and Associates for Airport Rental Car Satisfaction
PARK RIDGE, N.J., June 17 -- Hertz is a winner in the 2003 J.D. Power and Associates Domestic Rental Car Satisfaction Study. The J.D. Power Study is based on responses from more than 2800 business and leisure rental car customers who rented a car at or near an airport. Commenting on the 2003 Study, Brian Kennedy, Hertz ... Continue reading
-- Sharp increases in rental car pricing has changed the way consumers view their experiences with rental car companies, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2003 Domestic Airport Rental Car Customer Satisfaction Study(sm). The two largest rental car companies located at airports, Avis and Hertz, tie for the top ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--June 17, 2003-- Saving the Whales From Extinction This week, delegates from over 40 nations, including the U.S., will gather in Berlin for the International Whaling Commission's annual meeting. Global concern for whales is on the rise, as over 20,000 of them have been slaughtered for commercial purposes in th ... Continue reading
Team Autotecnica Montreal release
For immediate release; Double podium at Montreal! Charles Hall delivers Team Autotecnica two podiums MONTREAL, QUEBEC - Fran-Am World Champion Team Autotecnica made its 2003 season debut at rounds three and four of the 2003 Fran Am 2000 championship at Montreal on June 14-15, and returning British driver, Charles Hall ... Continue reading
United Auto Workers to Take Battle for Connecticut Workers to Germany
UAW regional director to confront parent company of Chef Solutions At June 18, 2003 Lufthansa Annual General Meeting COLOGNE, Germany, June 17 -- UAW Region 9A Director Phil Wheeler will attend the Lufthansa Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 18 to fight for the right of 150 Connecticut manufacturing workers to ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, June 17 -- RoperASW today announced results of the RoperNOP Corporate Reputation Scorecard, a survey of over 6,500 adult Americans which found more than two-thirds are disappointed with business efforts around protecting American jobs, giving back to local communities, protecting the environment and disclosin ... Continue reading
WORCESTER, Mass.--June 17, 2003-- DOE's Award for "Innovative Technology for Small Groups" Cites Highly Successful New York State Electricity Procurement Projected to Save $24mm over 3 years The Department of Energy has awarded the General Services Administration's Energy Center of Excellence (ECOE) a 2002 Federal Ener ... Continue reading
PA Motorcycle Helmet Law Repeal Concerns Region's Hospitals
WARRENDALE, Pa., June 17 -- Hospital Council of Western Pennsylvania, representing hospitals with trauma centers throughout the region, urges state lawmakers not to repeal the current motorcycle helmet law. "We know that if motorcyclists are not wearing helmets, the risk of head injury and even death increases signific ... Continue reading
SOUTH SALEM, N.Y., June 17 -- Invention Asylum, LLC, an idea and invention development firm, announced today that it is open for business. Kyle Shannon, co-founder and former Chief Creative Officer of AGENCY.COM (www.agency.com) has teamed up with architect and illustrator Keith Milone to start the new company. "Having ... Continue reading
ASV Slated to Join Russell 3000 Index
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.--June 17, 2003--ASV, Inc. announced today it will join the Russell 3000(R) Index when the broad-market index is reconstituted June 30, according to a preliminary list of additions issued by Frank Russell Company. Index membership will go into effect July 1 and will remain in place for one year. Memb ... Continue reading
Azalea Selects Nextest for their Advanced Flash Design Application
SAN JOSE, Calif.--June 17, 2003--Nextest Systems Corporation, a leader in the manufacture of automatic test equipment (ATE) for cost-sensitive semiconductors, today announced that Azalea Microelectronics has selected the Maverick PT for their engineering and design verification of flash memory devices. Azalea Microelec ... Continue reading
Business Objects and Salesforce.com Team to Help Companies Maximize the Value of Their Customer Data
SAN JOSE, Calif. & SAN FRANCISCO--June 17, 2003-- BusinessObjects Enterprise 6 Provides Joint Customers with Advanced Reporting and Analysis Capabilities, Including Customizable Dashboards Business Objects , the world's leading provider of business intelligence (BI) solutions, and salesforce.com, the world leader in de ... Continue reading
ATLANTA--June 17, 2003--MAPICS, Inc. , the largest global provider of extended ERP, CRM and SCM solutions committed exclusively to solving the unique challenges of manufacturers, recently announced that long-time customer Hartzell Propeller has reached a world-class manufacturing milestone by improving on-time deliveri ... Continue reading
Mayor Daley Hails State-of-the-Art Cab Company
Hundreds of Cabbies Enjoy Russian Folk Music/American Hot Dogs As Chicago's Newest Cab Company Is Launched at Outdoor Picnic WHEN: Wednesday, June 18, 2003 at 11.00 a.m. WHERE: 2617-25 South Wabash Avenue WHAT: Chicago Carriage Cab Company, owned and operated by Russian emigre Simon Garber, celebrates its grand opening ... Continue reading
HARLEYSVILLE, Pa., June 17 -- Raymond J. De Hont, President and Chief Executive Officer of Met-Pro Corporation , announced today that the Company's Systems Division in Kulpsville, Pennsylvania has received an order for a regenerative thermal oxidizer to be installed at a painting facility of an automotive supplier in t ... Continue reading
ORLAND PARK, Ill.--June 17, 2003--Andrew Corporation announced that it contributed to the success of Beijing Metro's commercial wireless-communication system trial by supplying RADIAX(R) radiating 'leaky' coaxial cable for the system's tunnel coverage. Andrew customer Beijing Underground Space Communications Co. Ltd. ( ... Continue reading
Briggs & Stratton Unveils New Camouflage Outboard
MILWAUKEE--June 17, 2003-- New 5HP Outboard Offers Easy, Affordable Boating to Fall Outdoor Enthusiasts Outdoor enthusiasts can hit the great outdoors this fall with a new camouflage outboard motor from Briggs & Stratton. Officials at Briggs & Stratton announced the availability of the new Camouflage-Edition 5-horsepow ... Continue reading
DENVER, June 17 -- Denver-based E-legislativeaction.com announced today that it has started a special section called "Hot Tips". One entry in this link provides helpful tips for recovering compensation for damage to auto vehicles. According to E-legislativeaction.com Founder, Rene Ryman, "In many cases a vehicle that h ... Continue reading
Detroit Runners Head to Hawaii for Diabetes Association
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--June 17, 2003--Nineteen runners and walkers from Michigan will be in Hawaii this coming weekend to raise funds and awareness for the Michigan Office of the American Diabetes Association (ADA). The local runners have received pledges for more than $4,500 for diabetes research, education and prog ... Continue reading
Illinois Tollway Launches Comprehensive Oases Redevelopment Project
Oases to be Rebuilt, Greatly Improved through Public/Private Partnership CHICAGO, June 17 -- The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority launched its Tollway Oases Redevelopment Project today, unveiling groundbreaking designs to completely redevelop the seven oases rest stops along the Tollway system. National real estat ... Continue reading
BRANFORD, Conn.--June 17, 2003--The BMW Virtual Sales Center kiosk (VSC), powered by the Netkey software suite, has won the 2003 Retail Systems Achievement Award for "Best in E-Commerce Integration," Netkey announced today. The award was presented at the Retail Systems Conference and Exhibition in Chicago. The Retail S ... Continue reading
Lear Corporation Launches All-New Corporate Website Featuring Latest Technology in Web Design
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 17 -- Lear Corporation today announced the relaunch of its corporate website fully integrating the site into Lear's Advance Relentlessly(R) marketing campaign. The Lear Internet site now includes the latest technology for web design and fresh new content on Lear's strategy and results. (Logo: ht ... Continue reading
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--June 17, 2003--Motion Industries, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company has named Ellen Holladay senior vice president Information Technology and director of Operational Excellence. According to Bill Stevens, Motion Industries' president and CEO, Holladay will continue to serve as c ... Continue reading
Payless Car Rental Expanding Dual Brand Franchises
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--June 17, 2003--Payless Car Rental System, Inc. continues major market airport expansion with the opening of two new franchise locations servicing Jacksonville, Florida and San Diego, California, announced parent company Avalon Global Group, Inc. The Jacksonville franchise offers the dual brand of ... Continue reading
GILROY, Calif.--June 17, 2003--Indian Motorcycle Corporation set a new monthly sales record in May of 563 motorcycles, up 39 percent compared to the same period last year, according to company officials and as reported to the Motorcycle Industry Council. Although the overall industry experienced a slight decline in May ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--June 17, 2003--The 100 best high school automotive technicians from each state will go head to head in the national finals of the FORD/AAA Student Auto Skills competition, held on June 24 in Washington, D.C. The contestants are competing for more than $6 million in scholarships and prizes. "While many high ... Continue reading
SRFKC - Paul Cooke injured at Canadian Grand Prix
Paul Cooke injured at Canadian Grand Prix Karters hope for a speedy recovery for key series official MONTREAL, QUEBEC - Paul Cooke, the VP of Competition, and the Director of Karting for ASN Canada FIA was badly injured during a freak accident at the Canadian Grand Prix last weekend. Cooke was directing the movement of ... Continue reading
EyeForAuto Announce Commercial Vehicle Telematics 2003
Demand for Commercial Vehicle Telematics Is Ready to Take Off CHICAGO, June 17 -- Commercial Vehicle Telematics 2003 on September 29-30, 2003 -- Developing customized product offerings to meet the needs of niche/vertical markets will fuel growth in the commercial vehicle telematics market. Rapid market expansion will a ... Continue reading
PAST RECORD, FORMULA 1 SWAP HAS GORDON READY FOR INFINEON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FURTHER INFO: Jon Edwards Performance PR Plus (704) 377-8727 Pprplus50@aol.com PAST RECORD, FORMULA 1 SWAP HAS GORDON READY FOR INFINEON SONOMA, Calif. - Jeff Gordon, who holds the record for most career NASCAR Winston Cup road course victories with seven, wants to attack if the opportunity presen ... Continue reading
Delco Remy International Announces China JV Alternator Acquisition
ANDERSON, Ind., June 17 -- Delco Remy International, Inc. (DRI) announces the acquisition of controlling interest in Hubei DR Alternator Company, Ltd. (HDRA), a joint venture located in Jingzhou, China, Hubei Province and the opening of a Representative Office in Shanghai. The Hubei facility, formerly Hubei Delphi Auto ... Continue reading
2006 "Futura" To ReplaceTaurus
Ford announced its intention to replace the Taurus midsize sedan with the Futura, a new four-door due in 2005. The Futura, says Ford, will borrow its style from the 427 concept vehicle Ford showed on the auto show circuit last year. It borrows most of its mechanicals, including its front-drive chassis and four- and six ... Continue reading
Ballard Receives US $1.75 Million Fuel Cell Order from New Major Automotive Customer
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--June 17, 2003--Ballard Power Systems (TSX: BLD; NASDAQ: BLDP) has received a US $1.75 million order from a new major automotive customer for Ballard fuel cell products. Dennis Campbell, Ballard's President and Chief Executive Officer said, "Our automotive business continues to grow and we a ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--June 17, 2003--CarsDirect.com, the leading multi-brand online car buying service, today announced its June 2003 Best Bargains selections. New car buyers can save thousands of dollars on models that are scheduled for 2004 makeovers and those that will soon be retired. A number of existing models are being r ... Continue reading
Japan's Jatco To Build CVTs In Mexico
MEXICO CITY June 16, 2003; Dow Jones reported that the chairman of Japanese transmission manufacturer Jatco Co. said Monday the company is investing $300 million to begin production in Mexico. At a press conference in Mexico City, Hisayoshi Kojima said the facility in Aguascalientes will be the company's first manufact ... Continue reading
America's Car-Mart Slated for Inclusion in Russell 2000
BENTONVILLE, Ark.--June 17, 2003--America's Car-Mart, Inc. today announced that it expects to join the Russell 3000(R) Index when the broad-based market Index is reconstituted on June 30, 2003, according to a preliminary list of additions issued by Frank Russell Company. Index membership will go into effect July 1, 200 ... Continue reading
Arctic Cat Expands Use of ARI Products and Services
MILWAUKEE--June 17, 2003-- Expansion Will Streamline Publishing Process and Add Web Catalog to Dealer Network ARI (OTCBB:ARIS), a leading provider of electronic catalog-enabled business solutions that connect equipment manufacturers with their service and distribution networks, announced today that Arctic Cat, Inc. of ... Continue reading
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--June 17, 2003-- Real-time Information Delivery Software Helps Leading Insurance Firm Improve Employee Productivity and Customer Satisfaction Iteration Software, a leading provider of real-time reporting and information delivery solutions, today announced that the California State Automobile Assoc ... Continue reading
Johnny Miller To See Double Duty At Infineon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SUBMITTED BY MILLER RACING JOHNNY MILLER DOING DOUBLE DUTY AT INFINEON JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. — Trans-Am Series for the BFGoodrich® Tires Cup points leader Johnny Miller will do double duty at Infineon Raceway this weekend. The driver of the No. 64 Eaton Cutler-Hammer Jaguar XKR will compete in th ... Continue reading
-- WHO: Ken Waichunas, Director of Automotive Business Development for U.S., VaST Systems Technology Corporation, Sunnyvale, California WHAT: Presenting "From Architectures to Software Tool Usage" or "How Do You Really Get From Start To Finish" an overview of embedded system control needs, powertrain challenges, and th ... Continue reading
CSR Fuels BMW's New In-Car Bluetooth Systems
RICHARDSON, Texas--June 17, 2003--CSR (Cambridge Silicon Radio) today announced that carmaker BMW will be using CSR's BlueCore technology to bring Bluetooth to the road. BlueCore will be used to Bluetooth-enable the latest vehicles with a view to providing a safe and convenient in-car wireless communication system, whi ... Continue reading
Matsushita Electric (Panasonic) Introduces The Industry's First GPS-equipped Electric Bicycle
JapanCorp: <http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> Matsushita Electric (Panasonic) Introduces The Industry's First GPS-equipped Electric Bicycle Osaka, Japan, June. 17, 2003 - (JCN Newswire) - National Bicycle Industrial Co., Ltd., an affiliate of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (NYSE and PCX: MC; TSE: 6752), m ... Continue reading
Camping World Partners with Alpin Haus To Create RV Supercenter
BOWLING GREEN, Ky., June 16 -- National retailer Camping World is launching the first phase of an aggressive expansion plan that will align the company with several prominent recreation vehicle dealerships over the next two years. As part of the Gold Medal Dealer Program, Camping World will partner with recreational ve ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--June 16, 2003--The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) and Wal-Mart have teamed-up for a ten-market, nationwide fan tour in 2003 to offer NASCAR fans of all ages the chance to experience the thrills of NASCAR up-close. "NASCAR on Tour at Wal-Mart" is a mobile fan zone that visits major mar ... Continue reading
Honeywell Announces David J. Anderson to Be New Chief Financial Officer
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J.--June 16, 2003--Honeywell today announced that David J. Anderson will the join the company as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and an executive officer of the corporation, effective June 23. He will report to Honeywell Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Dave Cote. Mr. Anderson, ... Continue reading
-- WHAT: Vespa(R), the definitive symbol of romance and freedom, makes its debut in Seattle this Thursday. The Vespa Seattle boutique features Vespa motor scooters, Vespa apparel and unique vehicle accessories in an environment that celebrates the fun and uniqueness of Vespa. This opening marks the arrival of the first ... Continue reading
TORONTO, Ontario--June 16, 2003--Alias/Wavefront(TM), an SGI company, announced today that SEAT S.A., part of the Volkswagen(R) Group, has used Alias(R) StudioTools (TM), the leading computer-aided industrial design (CAID) software, in the design of such exciting models as the Salsa, Salsa emocion and Tango. The SEAT T ... Continue reading
Boris Said and Mike Davis To Compete at Infineon
CONTACT: Justin Anderson (704) 348-9400 Cell: (517) 927-3614 Fax: (704) 348-9444 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 16, 2003 BORIS SAID AND MIKE DAVIS TO COMPETE AT INFINEON SONOMA, Calif. ‹ Defending Trans-Am Series for the BFGoodrich® Tires Cup Drivers¹ Champion Boris Said plans to compete in the Trans-Am 100, part of th ... Continue reading
Comshare MPC will enable ProQuest to spend more time analyzing data and less time gathering and compiling it ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 16 -- Comshare, Incorporated announced today that ProQuest Company, one of the world's largest and most progressive publishers of electronic content for the library, classroom, automotive ... Continue reading
Crimson Fire Hires Industry Veteran Jim Salmi as VP
Fire-Truck Maker Will Expand Product Line, Eyes Larger Share of Aerial Market BRANDON, S.D., June 16 -- Moving to expand its product line and become a single-source fire apparatus supplier, Crimson Fire, Inc. today announced it has hired James A. Salmi to fill a newly created position as vice president of aerial operat ... Continue reading
MELVILLE, N.Y.--June 16, 2003--Compass Bank, a subsidiary of Compass Bancshares, Inc., has joined the growing list of lending institutions utilizing the DealerTrack(TM) auto finance platform. Compass Bank will accelerate its dealer-to-lender relationships by making its lending services available to its dealers on the D ... Continue reading
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--June 16, 2003--eSilicon Corporation, a leading fabless custom chip company, today announced that R. Michael O'Malley has joined the company as vice president of finance and chief financial officer, reporting to Jack Harding, chairman, president and CEO. O'Malley brings more than 25 years of high tech ... Continue reading
Goodyear Radial Aviation Tires Fly High at Paris Air Show
PARIS, June 16 -- The world leader in aviation tires, poised with tripled radial tire capacity, still is biased toward customer requirements. While The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said it is well-positioned for cost-conscious global airlines seeking to lower operational costs with radial tires, its bias-ply tire off ... Continue reading
Intier Automotive Selects EDS for Integrated Teamcenter Product Lifecycle Sourcing Solution
Closures Group of Leading Tier One Automotive Supplier Marks First Customer For Advanced New Software Suite Integrating EDS' Teamcenter(R) Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and A.T. Kearney Procurement Solutions' eBreviate(R) eSourcing Technologies PLANO, Texas, June 16 -- EDS and A.T. Kearney today announced that the ... Continue reading
JPE, Inc. Sells Plastic Trim, Inc.
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 16 -- JPE, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: JPEI) today announced that it has consummated the sale of the assets of Plastic Trim, Inc., its wholly-owned subsidiary to PTI Acquisition, LLC. W.Y. Campbell & Company served as JPE's investment banker and conducted the sales process. Prior to the sale, JPE, I ... Continue reading
WESTFORD, Mass.--June 16, 2003--MatrixOne, Inc. , a leading provider of collaborative product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions for the value chain(TM), today announced that Cummins Inc., a leader in the manufacture of diesel engines, generators and filtration products, has expanded its use of MatrixOne solutions to ... Continue reading
UConnect Available at all Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep(R) Dealerships Nationwide
-- First Bluetooth Offering by a North American Automaker -- Factory-Availability announced on 2004 Chrysler Pacifica in Third Quarter AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 16 -- The Chrysler Group announced today nationwide availability of UConnect, its in-vehicle, hands- free, voice-activated communications system. The Chrysler ... Continue reading
CINCINNATI--June 16, 2003--Security National Automotive Acceptance Corporation (SNAAC), based in Mason, Ohio, has selected U.S. Bank to agent a line of credit of up to $100 million. U.S. Bank, who replaces a prior agent, is lending $25 million of the credit line and is working with four other banks to provide SNAAC wit ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Completes Amendment of Senior Credit Facilities
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--June 16, 2003--Accuride Corporation is pleased to announce the completion of the amendment and restatement of its senior secured bank credit agreement. As part of the amendment, the company refinanced certain existing bank facilities with significant near-term amortization requirements. Citigroup Glob ... Continue reading
Actuant Corporation Third Quarter 2003 Earnings Release Announcement and Conference Call
MILWAUKEE--June 16, 2003--Actuant Corporation , will release fiscal 2003 third quarter earnings before the market opens on Wednesday, June 18, 2003. Actuant will also hold its quarterly conference call to discuss the quarterly results on June 18, 2003, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10 a.m. Central Time). This call is bei ... Continue reading
WHAT: Auto Suppliers to Testify Before International Trade Commission on Impacts of Steel Tariffs Automotive supplier executives will testify before the International Trade Commission (ITC) on the harm caused by the steel 201 tariffs. This hearing is the latest step in Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association's (MEM ... Continue reading
Carmichael Takes Budds Creek Win
AMA/Chevy Trucks U.S. Motocross Championship Round 5: Budds Creek, Maryland June 15, 2003 Carmichael rocks to Budds Creek win Budds Creek Motocross Park in Maryland is another stop on the AMA/Chevy Trucks U.S. Motocross Championship circuit that Ricky Carmichael has dominated over the past half decade. It all started i ... Continue reading
DETROIT, June 16 -- It's the big day -- Ford Motor Co. celebrates its centennial. And no one offers more complete coverage in words and pictures than TheCarConnection.com . TCC's special Ford centennial coverage offers a look at all the great cars, trucks ... and people ... who turned out for the celebration. Catch som ... Continue reading
DVD-Based Navigation Radio Debuts On Select Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep(R) Vehicles
RB1 Navigation Radio is among a family of navigation systems to debut on Chrysler Group vehicles AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 16 -- If your sense of adventure leads you to a different city, local hot spot or favorite off-road site, Chrysler Group's new RB1 Navigation Radio can take you there quickly, safely and accurately ... Continue reading
GTS Services and Harmon AutoGlass Ink National Agreement
PORTLAND, Ore.--June 16, 2003--GTS Services, LLC, and Harmon AutoGlass, a leading auto glass repair and replacement company with over 400 retail locations nationwide, today announced an agreement under which GTS Services' family of enterprise-wide software solutions will be installed throughout Harmon's retail network. ... Continue reading
INCAT(R) Will Organize, Launch the All New Motor City Autodesk Inventor(R) User Group
Aims to help mechanical designers and manufacturers share ideas and innovations to enhance productivity with Autodesk solutions NOVI, Mich., June 16 -- INCAT(R) will sponsor the launch of the Motor City Autodesk Inventor(R) User Group at a special event at its Novi, Mich., headquarters on Tuesday, June 24. "This is som ... Continue reading
Jamie McMurray Infineon Raceway Advance
Media Contact: Jason Wise Chip Ganassi Racing (704) 500-6121 jwise@ganassi.com <mailto:jwise@ganassi.com> Jamie McMurray, No. 42 Havoline Dodge Dodge / Save Mart 350 Race Advance RACE INFORMATION: EVENT: Dodge / Save Mart 350 (Race 16 of 36) TRACK: Infineon Raceway QUALIFYING: Friday, June 20 at 3:05 p.m. PST RACE: Sun ... Continue reading
Manugistics to Provide American Honda with Supply Chain Management and Demand Forecasting Services
ROCKVILLE, Md.--June 16, 2003--Manugistics Group, Inc. , a leading global provider of supply chain and demand chain optimization solutions, today announced that American Honda Motor Co., Inc. has selected Manugistics' Supply Chain Management solutions to provide demand forecasting services. Manugistics' powerful soluti ... Continue reading
MILLER DRIVES HIS WAY TO THE DRIVERS' CHAMPIONSHIP POINT LEAD Sonoma, Calif. - Starting the 2003 Trans-Am Series for the BFGoodrich Tires Cup season with four consecutive podium finishes, including his dominate win from the pole at Lime Rock Park, Johnny Miller is on pace to win his first Drivers' Championship. Miller, ... Continue reading
Philips delivers 100 millionth sensor chip for ABS systems to Continental Teves
SAN JOSE, Calif.--June 16, 2003--Royal Philips Electronics today announced that its ten year relationship with Continental Teves has reached a production landmark with the delivery of 100 million automotive sensor chips for ABS systems. The two companies have worked very closely together to develop future-oriented tech ... Continue reading
Scott Pruett to drive Target Dodge in Sonoma
Contact: Nealie Hamilton, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, nhamilton@ganassi.com <mailto:nhamilton@ganassi.com>, work: (704) 662-9642, cell: (704) 500-6068 For Immediate Release Scott Pruett to drive Target Dodge in Sonoma MOORESVILLE, N.C. (June 16, 2003) --- Target Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates announ ... Continue reading
Subaru Honors 25th Anniversary Dealers; Adds New Dealer Programs to Enhance Premium Brand
CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 16 -- Subaru of America, Inc., the only car company that offers symmetrical all-wheel drive as standard equipment on every vehicle in its product line, today recognizes 15 dealers celebrating their twenty-fifth anniversary with Subaru. "On behalf of Subaru of America, I'd like to congratulate ou ... Continue reading
Tech/Ops Sevcon Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass.--June 16, 2003--Tech/Ops Sevcon, Inc. (AMEX symbol TO) announced a quarterly cash divided of three cents per share ($.03) for the third quarter of fiscal 2003. The dividend will be paid on July 10, 2003 to shareholders of record on June 25, 2003. ... Continue reading
American Stock Exchange Lists Common Stock of Cycle Country Accessories Corp.
MILFORD, Iowa--June 16, 2003--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (OTCBB:CYCY) the recognized leader in developing and manufacturing custom-fitting accessories for the all-terrain vehicle (ATV), is pleased to announce that the Trading of shares of Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (the company) on the American Stock Exchange ... Continue reading
Apogee Enterprises Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2004 Earnings; Revises Full-Year Guidance
MINNEAPOLIS--June 16, 2003--Apogee Enterprises, Inc. , which develops and delivers value-added glass products and services for the architectural, large-scale optical and automotive industries, today announced that first quarter fiscal 2004 earnings declined more than anticipated and full-year guidance has been reduced, ... Continue reading
Cognex Selected by Leading Cosmetic Maker for Automated Product Identification
NATICK, Mass.--June 16, 2003--Cognex Corporation , the world's leading supplier of machine vision systems, announced today that one of the world's largest cosmetic manufacturers has selected Cognex machine vision to verify date and lot codes on products such as mascara, lipstick, and nail polish during manufacturing. T ... Continue reading
Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. Announces June 27, 2003 Record Date For Rights Offering
FORT WORTH, Texas, June 16 -- Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. (AMEX:HAF.EC) , announced today that the record date for its previously announced rights offering has been set for the close of business on June 27, 2003 or such later date as the registration statement relating to the rights offering is declared effective ... Continue reading
OnStaff Signs Multi-Year Deal With Automotive Leader Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Staffing Company to Fill at Least 100 New Positions at Mitsubishi's Southern California Location NOVATO, Calif., June 16 -- OnStaff, Inc. today announced its multi-year, on-site, national staffing contract with automotive leader Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. & Mitsubishi Motor Credit America, Inc. According to ... Continue reading
Results from Community Weekly Night / RLV Tuned Exhaust 200 at AMR
Attached you will find the winners from Saturday night's RLV Tuned Exhaust 300 / Community Weekly night held at Amelia Motor Raceway. AMR will host the Chesterfield Trailer & Hitch 300 next Saturday, June 21. Registration begins at 1:00, practice is from 2:00 - 4:00 and the green flag flies at 5:00. For everyone 8 year ... Continue reading
NEW HAVEN, Conn.--June 16, 2003--Transpro, Inc. today commented on expected results for the second quarter of 2003 and indicated that it continues to expect full-year 2003 earnings improvement over 2002. Charles E. Johnson, President and CEO, stated, "In our previous comments regarding 2003 full-year results, we indica ... Continue reading
Stephen C. Goodall Appointed Chief Executive Officer of J.D. Power and Associates
Business Editors NOTE: A photo is available at URL: http://www.newstream.com/public_story.html?9751 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.--June 16, 2003--Stephen C. Goodall has been appointed chief executive officer of J.D. Power and Associates by J.D. (Dave) Power, III, chairman of the board. Goodall also retains the position of p ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls' Leap Automotive Seat System To Be Displayed at NeoCon World's Trade Fair 2003
Seating product included in luxury vehicle at major office furniture industry event CHICAGO, June 16 -- The Johnson Controls Leap(R) automotive seat system is on display this week in a luxury segment vehicle at the NeoCon World's Trade Fair 2003. Automotive interiors supplier Johnson Controls and Steelcase a leading of ... Continue reading
Friday, June 20th event scheduled at dealership from 7 to 10 p.m. TROY, Mich., June 16 -- It's a grand 10th year celebration for the Elder Automotive Group's Jaguar of Troy location at 1815 Maplelawn in Troy, Michigan. It is also a celebratory unveiling of the brand new exquisite 2004 XJ8 Jaguar with all the forward fe ... Continue reading
Miller Eyes 2003 Trans-Am Champioship
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SUBMITTED BY MILLER RACING MILLER DRIVES HIS WAY TO THE DRIVERS' CHAMPIONSHIP POINT LEAD Sonoma, Calif. - Starting the 2003 Trans-Am Series for the BFGoodrich Tires Cup season with four consecutive podium finishes, including his dominate win from the pole at Lime Rock Park, Johnny Miller is on pac ... Continue reading
Mazda Celebrates Weekend of Racing
MONTEREY, Calif., June 16 -- Clear blue skies and picturesque weather made for perfect racing conditions this weekend at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. Coined the Grand Prix of Monterey, race enthusiasts of all ages enjoyed three action-packed races, including the Bridgestone Presents ChampCar World Series Powered by Ford, ... Continue reading
Star Mazda, Spec Miata Put on Show at Mazda Raceway
MONTEREY, Calif., June 16 -- Star Mazda Series and Spec Miata Challenge, two of the support series for the Grand Prix of Monterey, gave race fans much to cheer about over the weekend at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca (MRLS). The Grand Prix of Monterey was the seventh round of the ChampCar World Series but proved to be a lot ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz International Reports Increased Sales and Improved Operating Profitability
NORTHVILLE, Mich., June 16 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. , today reported higher sales and improved operating income for the first fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2003, as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2002. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010522/HLILOGO ) The Company, the world's largest s ... Continue reading
More Than 225,000 Help Ford Celebrate Its 100th Anniversary
DEARBORN, Mich., June 16 -- Ford Motor Company's Centennial celebration culminated today, the actual anniversary date, with more than 225,000 people attending its five-day anniversary event. THE ROAD IS OURS 100th Anniversary Celebration, June 12-16, was held on the 152 acres surrounding the company's world headquarter ... Continue reading
SPRINT VINTAGE GRAND PRIX WAVES GREEN FLAG ON MID-OHIO SPORTS CAR COURSE SEASON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Reece White, (614) 793-4620, rwhite@midohio.com SPRINT VINTAGE GRAND PRIX WAVES GREEN FLAG ON MID-OHIO SPORTS CAR COURSE SEASON DUBLIN, Ohio (June 16, 2003) - The 42nd season of racing at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course gets underway with the Sprint Vintage Grand Prix at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Co ... Continue reading
The Trans-Am Series Returns to Infineon
CONTACT: Justin Anderson (704) 348-9400 Cell: (517) 927-3614 Fax: (704) 348-9444 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 16, 2003 THE TRANS-AM SERIES RETURNS TO INFINEON SONOMA, Calif. ‹ The Trans-Am Series for the BFGoodrich® Tires Cup is a racing series steeped in tradition; a tradition that began in 1968Šas is NASCAR ... Continue reading
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